The Philosophy of Perfume
$33.96
- Hardcover
- Release Date
6 January 2027
Summary
‘A perfect pocket-sized olfactory guide to all things perfume – inhaled at a single sitting!’ – Richard E. Grant
Perfume is intoxicating: a wearable scent journey, a cultural touchpoint, a piece of art and design, and a deep expression of individuality. From its ancient, ceremonial roots to the starry allure of modern celebrity fragrances, perfume has defined what an era’s personality, mood and concept of luxury smell like, while even the lingering trail of someone’s signature scent c…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780712369312 |
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| ISBN-10: | 0712369317 |
| Author: | Alice du Parcq |
| Publisher: | British Library Publishing |
| Imprint: | British Library Publishing |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Release Date: | 6 January 2027 |
| Weight: | 450g |
| Dimensions: | 25mm x 160mm x 240mm |
| Series: | British Library Philosophies |

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Alice du Parcq
Alice du Parcq is a multi-award-winning fragrance writer and journalist published in leading media titles, including Vogue, Glamour, Sunday Times Style, and The Telegraph. She also works as a perfume presenter, public speaker, and host. She has built a loyal following of 30,000 perfume lovers across Instagram and Substack, sharing fragrance knowledge and insight. Since 2021, she has run ‘Desert Island Spritz’, an Instagram Live Show discussing favourite perfumes with guest experts and celebrities.
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